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Statement from HPBA about New EPA NSPS Actions
ARLINGTON, VA – HPBA is pleased that the Environmental Protection Agency has proposed to allow an additional period for retailers to sell solid fuel heating products that meet the EPA’s Step 1 standards. The dramatic impact of COVID-19 on retail activity has severely limited retailers’ ability to meet the May…
Elmira Stove Works Announces “Goodwill Ambassador” Program
ELMIRA, ON – Elmira Stove Works, maker of vintage-styled kitchen appliances, has announced the “Goodwill Ambassador” program in honor of frontline healthcare workers and first responders battling the COVID-19 pandemic. In recognition of their sacrifices, Elmira is donating Northstar retro fridges and cash for personal protective equipment to hospitals in…
IMC Updates Summer Gift & Home Market Plans Following Survey
ATLANTA/LAS VEGAS – Following a comprehensive survey of its universe of gift and home furnishings buyers and suppliers, International Market Centers (IMC) announced today updates to its summer 2020 markets in Atlanta and Las Vegas. IMC is postponing both markets until August, with Atlanta Market now running August 13 –…
IMC Updates Atlanta Apparel Market Plans Following Survey
ATLANTA – Following a comprehensive survey of apparel industry buyers and suppliers, International Market Centers (IMC) announced today that Atlanta Apparel will resume its market calendar with all markets confirmed as scheduled beginning with the June Atlanta Apparel Market, June 10-13, 2020, at AmericasMart® Atlanta. IMC also announced format changes…
Survey: Growing Financial Toll On Casual Furnishings Industry
HIGH POINT, N.C. – According to the latest survey of International Casual Furnishings Association (ICFA) members, financial pressures and frustrations continue to mount as the pandemic grinds on through what should be the industry’s prime selling season.
In the third round of surveys collected by research firm Industry Insights between…